Instructional Aide (On Call/Part Time) (Temporary)

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Position Details

Position Information

Pima County Cooperative Extension within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is seeking on-call childcare providers. These are part-time, temporary, and non-benefits eligible positions.

The childcare providers will instruct children ages 0-12 during workshops and programs in order for the parents to attend and focus on program content. Some classes will meet just once. Other classes may be part of a weekly series that meets 3-8 times. While settings may vary, our intent is always to offer a safe, secure, private climate-controlled location in which there are toys and books to entertain the children.

Weekly hours will vary from 0-8 hours per week depending upon the number of classes offered weekly.

Ideal candidates will be willing to engage children in silly games that promote their creativity and development.

Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance. Candidates will be assigned to one of three work bases: Tucson, Vail, or Green Valley/Sahuarita coinciding with current residence (subject to change). Will reimburse mileage for services outside of employee’s work base.

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Duties & Responsibilities

Managing a group of 1-25 children aged 0-8 during 1.5 to 2 hour classes in order for the children’s parents to attend and focus on the program or workshop content.

Utilizing supplies and activities provided or developing new age-appropriate activities to engage children and their learning.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Minimum Qualifications

Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance. Candidates will be assigned to one of three work bases: Tucson, Vail, or Green Valley/Sahuarita coinciding with current residence (subject to change). Will reimburse mileage for services outside of employee’s work base.

Arizona Board of Regents Minimum Qualifications

One year of instructional aide or related experience (including working with children of varying ages 0-12 years old); OR any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education.

Supplemental Questions

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Do you have one year of instructional aide or related experience (including working with children of varying ages 0-12 years old); OR any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education?

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

The University of Arizona seeks people with diverse perspectives and experiences and is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action organization. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs.

If you have a disability and would like accommodations to facilitate the application and interview process, please contact the Division of Human Resources at (520) 621-3660.

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